[NEW] 109 Of The Best Appreciation Messages To Show Your Gratitude | i appreciate it – NATAVIGUIDES

In a time when manners are teetering on the edge of extinction and anxiety is on the rise, it is increasingly important to spend time expressing gratitude.

Focusing on gratitude can negate feelings of resentment and entitlement and foster feelings of positivity.

Studies show that even months after writing a simple appreciation quote or journaling feelings of gratitude, people’s brains are still wired to feel especially thankful.

This is because gratitude habits have a self-perpetuating nature.

The more you practice gratitude, the more you can enjoy its many benefits, such as an overall feeling of wellbeing and happiness.

How Do You Appreciate Someone in Words?

Nothing expresses words of appreciation and gratitude like a personal note to someone who has touched your life in some way.

You can…

• Put your appreciative words in a caring card.
• Write them on a sticky note to post where your special person will see it.
• Text them to your friend or partner as a midday surprise.
• Create a poem around the words of gratitude for a more creative touch.

Not only do these personal messages make you feel happier, but also they foster positive feelings in the recipient. And that person is more likely to feel grateful and spread the love to others.

Gratitude seems to have a ripple effect that can improve the lives of so many, and it’s well worth the few minutes of time it takes to write down your feelings of gratefulness in a message to others.

109 Thank You Words Of Appreciation Messages to Show Your Gratitude

What do you say to someone you appreciate? Here are some great examples of appreciation messages to send to people to show how much you care.

Appreciation Messages to Friends

Ah, your friends — that wonderful circle of people you’ve chosen and nurtured because they mean so much to you.

What would we do without our friends who love and support us unconditionally?

Appreciate your friendship and how much they mean to you and how blessed you feel to have them in your life.

1. You always know how to make me laugh and lift my spirits. Thanks so much for being my friend!

2. Whenever something out of the ordinary happens, the first thing I think about is calling to tell you. That’s the sign of a great friend.

3. You’ve been by my side through so many ups and downs, and I want you to know that I’ll always do the same for you. Thank you!

4. I knew we would be fast friends the moment we met. I’m so glad that I was right.

5. You help me push my boundaries, lift me up when I’m feeling down, and give me comfort when I’m sad. You are a great friend, and I hope to always have you in my life.

6. “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.” – C.S. Lewis

7. You know you have found a true friend when you don’t need to be careful about what you say in front of them. Thank you for never judging me, friend.

8. You always have a way of bringing laughter, happiness, and joy into my life. When you are around, everything feels more peaceful, more exciting, and more interesting.

9. There are people who enter your life and make it a bit crazier, make you laugh a little louder, and who shine a little brighter. You are that person for me, and I wouldn’t trade you for anyone else.

10. There’s a lot that happens between two friends who have stood the test of time. The relationship isn’t always perfect, but true friends will weather the storms with each other and wait for life to quiet down. They will do whatever they have to do to set things straight, then they go back to being friends again. That’s just how it is with you and me.

11. The secret to lifelong friendship is to treat the friendship as more than a gift but also as a responsibility. Thank you for playing your part in creating perfection.

12. “The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing…not healing, not curing…that is a friend who cares.” – Henri Nouwen

13. Thank you for being the friend who never asks for reasons or explanations when all I need is a hug and a good laugh.

14. The best friends are the ones who continue to give, even when you don’t have anything to give back. Thanks for being one for me.

15. I don’t know the best way to say thank you to a friend like you who already knows the things that I never say and never says anything that I don’t understand.

16. I want to thank you, but I don’t know where to begin. So, I just want to say that there are so many things that I would not have been able to do without you.

17. We’ve done everything together since we were kids. I want to thank you for being such a great friend, and I can’t wait to share many more of life’s precious moments with you.

18. You’re a great friend who brings out the best in me. I am so grateful to have you in my life. Thank you for being you.

19. Your dedication, understanding, and time all mean so much to me, and I feel very lucky to be able to experience life alongside you. I cherish you forever, my friend.

20. “One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.” – Euripides

21. Friend, I want to let you know that you are the person who I always know will be there for me when something happens — either good or bad. Thank you for being that person in my life.

22. For my burden-bearing, laughter-sharing, and constantly-caring friend: a very joyful, hug-filled, and heartfelt thank you.

23. Thank you for being such a great friend. If you could see my face, you’d see the smile you put on it.

24. Thanks for always being there for me when no one else was. I appreciate you so much.

Words of Appreciation to Loved Ones

There are those special few people in your life, the ones in your inner circle of family and friends, who deserve personal acknowledgment and appreciation words.

You can never show too much gratitude for these people who bring so much joy and love into your life.

Here are some lovely words and appreciation quotes for those you care about the most.

25. Very few people can do the things you do for me and love and care for me this way. You are so special to me. Thank you for everything.

26. There is never anything random about your acts of kindness. Thank you for everything that you do.

27. Thoughtful and unselfish are two words I think of when I think of you. Thank you!

28. I want to thank you for all the wonderful ways you make me happy, even when you don’t realize it.

29. I’m so grateful for you because you are always supportive when I am going through a difficult time. Thank you.

30. Thank you for loving my quirks — you always make me feel special and loved.

31. I know that I don’t say this often enough, but I want to tell you how much I appreciate you and everything you do.

32. My life is very blessed with some of the greatest people. Thank you for being a part of my journey.

33. Sometimes I forget to say thank you to those who make the biggest difference in my life. Those who help to make the bad times bearable and the good times even better. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.

34. Here is a special thank you from my heart to someone who is special in my life. To someone who means a lot to me. A special thank you from me to you, for making life always feel like new.

35. Thank you for the many beautiful ways that you touch my life.

36. Thank you for just being there. You never try to fix me, you just make me feel supported and cared for.

37. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. However, it truly has no bottom for you.

38. So much of me has come from what I learned from you. You’ll always be with me, like a handprint on my heart.

39. “At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer

40. Thank you is just two words, but they mean a lot coming from my heart to yours.

41. This is just a short note to let you know how much I appreciate all of the awesome things that you do for me. I will always cherish you.

42. I would never be able to thank you enough, but this is a start.

43. I’ve always felt cherished and appreciated by you, and I want you to know that is exactly how I feel about you.

44. I don’t think I would have made it this far without your kindness and generosity. I am especially grateful for you.

45. Whenever I feel alone, you find a way to sneak in. Thank you for always making my life feel more complete.

46. If I were to write about all the reasons that I am grateful for you on little pieces of paper, they would fill up an entire room. You are amazing, and I am so blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for everything you are.

47. Thank you for helping make my life become a dream come true.

48. I appreciate that you always remind me to stay true to myself, and you love me for who I am. Thank you.

49. Life has so many trying moments. For your companionship, support, and unique assistance, I want to say a big thank you.

Appreciation Message for Birthdays

Have you received some lovely birthday gifts or messages?

Maybe your Facebook page lit up today with so many good wishes that you feel overwhelmed with gratitude.

Show your appreciation to those who remembered your birthday by sending a short “Thank you” message. Just a few words can acknowledge the effort others have made to celebrate you.

50. I want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone for all of the positive birthday wishes. It means so much to me that you all made the effort to wish me a happy birthday. I feel very blessed to have all of you as my friends.

51. Thank you to everyone for the birthday wishes and laughs. I keep our friendship and love in my heart. Love to you all.

52. It is a great day! My birthday is a great reminder of how grateful I am for all of the beauty in my life. Thanks for making me feel great!

53. I am overwhelmed with how much attention I received for my birthday and would like to extend gratitude to each and every one of you for your kind greetings. I’m sure that all of your wishes will bring me a great year.

54. Thank you to everyone for all the love and support on my birthday. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It is wonderful to know that I am surrounded by amazing people.

55. I am truly blessed! I woke up this morning with so many messages from all of you for my birthday! Thank you so much for being such a great part of my life.

56. To all of my family and friends, I am so lucky to have all of you sending me thoughtful messages that are full of love on my birthday. Thank you so much!

57. I want to say a big thank you for all the messages, cards, and gifts that were given to me today on my birthday. Thank you to everyone for making my birthday especially wonderful.

58. You all always make me feel happy on my birthday. You give the most thoughtful gifts and say the kindest words. If this is what it feels like to turn a year older, I wouldn’t mind getting older every day!

59. I am truly blessed to have such a great family. You always make my birthday special. Thank you so much for all of your love. You make me happy to be alive.

60. You all made my birthday an unforgettable one. I hope you all know how good it feels to have amazing friends and family like you to share my birthdays with.

61. Thank you for going to so much trouble to give me such a great birthday. This is one of the best birthdays of my life.

62. Birthdays can be a bittersweet time with age, but I have so much to be grateful for that I can’t think of even one negative thing. Thank you to everyone who made my day so special.

63. It is so amazing that you never ever miss wishing me well on my birthday. Thank you!

64. Thank you all for your warm birthday wishes. I wish us all a happy life ahead!

65. The most valuable gift I have ever gotten is the love and support from my friends and family. Thank you so much for sharing that with me on my birthday!

66. I don’t think of birthdays as a day to get older. I think of it as giving me another year to have all of you as friends! I appreciate all of your birthday wishes!

67. I’m amazed to receive so much love and care from my friends and family. I am grateful for everyone for making my birthday special!

68. I want to express my genuine gratitude to everyone who remembered me on my birthday. Thank you all!

69. I appreciate all of you for your thoughtful birthday wishes. It is so encouraging and refreshing to hear from such great friends on my special day!

70. Thank you for helping remind me that so many amazing people love me! I appreciate this outpouring of love on my birthday!

71. Words can’t express my appreciation for everyone remembering my birthday! I want everyone to know that you always show your love and support!

72. Birthdays tend to draw less attention with age, but you all showed me how much you still care, thank you!

73. I am so grateful for everyone who helped make this birthday another year for the books!

74. While my birthday is supposed to be about me, I think it is more about all of the people I love coming together. Thank you!

Inspirational Words of Appreciation

Want to offer some inspiration to someone you care about who might need a boost?

These appreciation quotes and messages can brighten someone’s day and give them the motivation to do more and feel happier.

What a lovely gift to offer a friend or family member you appreciate!

75. “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”– Robert Brault

76. The more you are grateful for in your life, the more opportunities for gratitude you will have.

77. You inspire me every day to be the best person I can be. That is the best gift you could ever offer me.

78. Each day is a new opportunity to be grateful for something new.

79. It is important to be mindful so you can learn how to appreciate the present moment.

80. You can choose to take things for granted or to take things with gratitude.

81. “Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity…it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” — Melody Beattie

82. It is never too soon to show your appreciation.

83. “Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all.” — William Faulkner

84. You have to stop and remind yourself that each moment is the only one you are positive you will have.

85. While a lot of people are able to see that a job has been well done, only a select few will speak up with appreciation.

86. A little appreciation goes a long way, but I can never say enough how much I appreciate you.

87. Appreciation speaks louder in action than it does in words.

88. “Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn’t learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn’t learn a little, at least we didn’t get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn’t die; so, let us all be thankful.” — Buddha

89. Someone who feels appreciated will always do more than you expect them to do.

90. Words have power. Use them wisely to show your gratitude.

91. “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” — Mark Twain

92. Your appreciation can never be fake. Even if you don’t say it out loud, you will feel it.

93. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” — Willie Nelson

94. Be thankful for everything you have in your life, and know that you will always end up with more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.

95. One of the reasons that appreciation is so wonderful is that it makes what is outstanding in others belong to us as well.

96. “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others.” — Marcel Proust

97. Every night when I count my blessings, you are always at the top of the list.

98. Gratitude unlocks the unique treasures of life.

99. Foster a habit of practicing gratitude for every good thing that comes your way, and give thanks regularly. Because everything you have has contributed to your advancement in life, you should include everything in your gratitude.

100. Gratitude is equal to riches. Complaints are equal to poverty.

101. Upon waking, allow your first thought to be, “Thank You.”

Teacher Appreciate Messages

Whether you’re a student or a parent — or even a former student — you can make a teacher feel valued for all of their dedication and hard work with just a few words of gratitude.

102. You have done so much more than help me learn. You have taught me to be a student of life and to value excellence in all that I do.

103. I can’t express what a difference you’ve made in my life. It’s teachers like you who inspire students years beyond their time in the classroom.

104. I used to hate history classes, but you have made history come alive for me. The way you teach shows how much you love sharing your passion with your students.

105. Having you as my child’s teacher has made me understand what real teaching is all about. Your care and love for your students is so obvious, and both students and parents think the world of you.

106. This has been my best school year ever because you’ve been my best teacher ever. Thank you for helping me learn and grow into the best version of myself.

107. I wish all professors shared the same joy and enthusiasm you have in the classroom. It’s infectious and makes every moment of learning a pleasure. You’re an inspiration.

108. When I look back on my time in your class this year, I will always think of it as a turning point in my life. You helped me see the value of hard work and excellence.

109. I know it’s been many years since I graduated, but I’ve had you on my mind. I wanted to tell you what a difference you made in my life as my teacher. Because of your guidance, I have . . .

How Do You Write an Appreciation Message?

Now you have some ideas about what to include in an appreciation message. But you still may be confused about how to create a message, text, or letter that clearly communicates your feelings.

Here are some points to consider before you sit down to craft your words of appreciation.

• Take a moment to reflect on your gratitude and appreciation so you are in touch with these feelings as you write.

• Think about what the recipient would most like to hear — what would be the most meaningful.

• Put your message into your own words so it sounds sincere and heartfelt.

• Try to mention specifics rather than just offering sweeping words of thanks.

• If you decide to include a quote, find one that supports what you’ve said in your own words. Don’t use the quote alone to communicate your gratitude.

• Acknowledge even the smallest acts of kindness and effort on your behalf. Don’t allow small gifts to go unnoticed.

No matter how you write your words of thanks, remember that the one who receives it will have moment of joy in their day because of you. Just knowing that you will put a smile on their face is enough to inspire you to write the perfect message.

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How Do You Express Your Gratitude?

I hope you found the quotes and messages in this list that provide just the words you need to express your feelings.

If you want to share words of gratitude to someone in a unique way, write them a note of appreciation that memorializes the way you feel.

You can use the messages and quotes as prompts for ideas you write yourself, or you can copy them directly in your letter, card, or email and add some of your own words to make the message more personal.

If nothing else, here’s hoping these messages of appreciation will inspire you to savor all of the good things and people in your life.

Rather than dwelling on negativity, problems, or lack, allow the blessings in your life to occupy your thoughts more often. And express your gratitude to those around you more often.

Your sense of gratitude of others not only lifts up the people you appreciate, but it also makes you feel happier and more confident.

Why not leave a little note of appreciation for someone you care about today?

Have you heard the expression “Much Appreciated” and wondered what it means and whether or not it is grammatically correct? The English language has many sayings and phrases, some of which, while in common use, are incorrect that you should avoid.

Saying “Much appreciated” is correct when you use it in a more informal setting as an alternative to saying “Thank you” to someone for something they have done for you. In some cases, such as a formal email, using “Much appreciated” at the end as a sign off is inappropriate. Unless you’re very familiar with the person, it’s best to avoid using this phrase.

Read on to find out what saying “much appreciated” entails, how to use it in a sentence, and what other phrases you can use to say “thank you.”

What Does Saying “Much Appreciated” Mean?

“Much appreciated” is a way of expressing gratitude towards someone else for some form of help or gesture. It is a shortened version of “It is much appreciated” or “X is much appreciated.”  

In simpler terms, “Much appreciated” is another way to thank someone for something that they have done for you.

You can use “Much appreciated” in a sentence or use it as a stand-alone phrase, and it would be a grammatically correct statement to replace “Thank you” (source).

In What Context Can You Use “Much Appreciated”?

“Much appreciated” is more commonly used in an informal or casual setting. One uses it to express thanks for something someone has done for you or will do for you in the future, usually with someone close to you.

In An Informal Setting

Many people use it at the end of an email, instant message conversation, or for in-person requests and conversations. 

When we use the phrase after a quick gesture or small favor from a good friend, “Much appreciated” is a sufficient way of expressing gratitude, and the recipient will likely interpret it as genuine.

However, in some cases, “Much appreciated” may not come off the way you intend.

When Not To Use “Much Appreciated”

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Some situations require more caution when choosing your expression of gratitude. The context you use it in determines how your audience interprets it, and it can come off as flippant or insincere if you’re not careful.

Generally, you should not use “Much appreciated” while writing a formal letter or professional email, where the recipient may deem it as lazy or lacking in interest. 

For these reasons, “Much appreciated” is more acceptable to use in an informal or casual situation rather than a formal situation.

Using “Much Appreciated” in A Full Sentence

Still, while using “Much appreciated” may be considered inappropriate in most formal settings, using “Much appreciated” in a full sentence rather than the abbreviated version is usually acceptable.

For example, to close a formal message and express gratitude, you could say, “Your time is very much appreciated” as opposed to “Much appreciated.”

In a full sentence, it is always preceded by an auxiliary verb, such as “is,” “were,” or “be”(source).

Here are some examples to showcase how you can apply “Much appreciated” in a sentence to appropriately.

• Helping me with these exam questions will be much appreciated. 
• Children’s clothes as donations are much appreciated in the winter months.
• The gift I received was much appreciated.
• Those flowers you sent her were very much appreciated while she was in the hospital.
• Your advice over coffee dates is very much appreciated.

As you can see in these examples, using “much appreciated” in this way comes across as genuine and meaningful in comparison to using “Much appreciated” on its own.

It is worth mentioning that “much appreciated” states that someone appreciates something, but it does not specify who that person is. True, we usually expect the recipient to infer that we mean that we appreciated what they did, but it can come off as evasive.

This is why placing the phrase within a larger context helps to make it more acceptable. On its own, it’s almost like you’re avoiding stating that you are the one who appreciated something.

“Much Appreciated” or “Much Appreciate It”?

While learning English, you will hear many odd phrases and colloquialisms by native English speakers (source). In passing, you may think you heard someone saying “Much appreciate it” instead of “Much appreciated” and get rather confused.

Individuals can hear many English phrases in two ways, with one being incorrect. Examples of phrases like this include: “It’s a doggy-dog world” instead of “It’s a dog-eat-dog world” and “Much appreciate it” instead of “Much appreciated.”

“Much appreciate it” is incorrect, and the correct way of using this phrase would either be to say “Much appreciated” or “I appreciate it.”

“I appreciate it” also uses an active voice, indicating the subject performing the action instead of merely implying it, and is appropriate in a formal setting.

Southern US Dialect vs. Eastern US Dialect

All over the world, there are various colloquial ways of expressing thanks. In American English, you’re more likely to encounter the use of “Much appreciated” or “Appreciate it,” depending on the region you live in.

“Much appreciated” is commonly used in the East, and “Appreciate it” is more commonly used in the South and Southeast.

Both phrases are deemed grammatically correct; however, they are still informal, so it is wise to be certain of the context you are using them in to make a good impression.  

How To Use “Appreciate It” in a Sentence

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Similar to “Much appreciated,” you can also use “Appreciate it” to show thanks to someone. “Appreciate it” is less common to use as a phrase, and you will hear it more commonly in full sentence form preceded by certain pronouns. 

In What Context Can You Use “Appreciate It”?

“Appreciate it” can be used as a stand-alone phrase, or in a sentence, to show thanks for something someone has done for you. In a sentence, “appreciate it” is always preceded by a pronoun, like “I,” “we,” or “they.”

Here are some examples of how “appreciate it” can be used in a sentence.

• I appreciate it when you phone me once a week.
• Do you remember the way you stood up for me yesterday? I appreciate it.
• Thank you for helping my mom with her groceries; we appreciate it.
• Grandparents really appreciate it when you say “Thank you” for your food.
• When we were kids, I used to really appreciate it when you came to my birthday parties. 

These examples show us that “appreciate it” can serve as a genuine way to thank someone for something that they have done or still do.

Other Phrases To Use Instead of “Much Appreciated”

The English language can get confusing when we consider how many phrases and words can be used interchangeably with one another. 

Don’t be intimidated because many interchangeable phrases can be used based mainly on personal preferences. You can replace two interchangeable phrases with each other, and the context should remain the same (source).

There are many other phrases that you can use instead of “Much appreciated,” and here are some examples (source):

PhrasePhrase forming part of a sentenceThank you.Thank you for the generous gift.Many thanks.Many thanks to you and your wife for the lovely dinner.Much obliged.A lift for my daughter to school will be much obliged this morning.Thanks a lot.Thanks a lot for helping me paint last weekend.Greatly Appreciated.Your kind words were greatly appreciated.

For information on how to thank more than one person, read our article, “Is It Correct to Say, ‘Thank You Both’?”

In the USA, native English speakers from different regions tend to favor different phrases in general. While you can use any of these and technically be correct, you may wish to blend in more in your particular area.

Here is a table showing the favored phrase based on the region to help you decide which one you may want to use.

PhraseThe region most commonly usedMuch AppreciatedEastern US RegionAppreciate ItSouthern US RegionMuch ObligedSouthern US Region

To help you hear the similarities, let us practice interchanging “Much appreciated” with “Much Obliged” in the following examples:

Much appreciatedMuch obligedThe sugar you lent me was much appreciated.The sugar you lent me was much obliged.Thanks, your advice is much appreciated.Thanks, your advice is much obliged.Help to unpack boxes will be much appreciated.Help to unpack boxes will be much obliged.It is much appreciated when you express your gratitude.It is much obliged when you express your gratitude.A friendly letter to your sister will be much appreciated.A friendly letter to your sister will be much obliged. 

As you can see, you can swap out “Much appreciated” and “Much obliged” directly within the same sentence without changing the meaning.

Final Thoughts

There are so many factors to take into consideration when learning to speak the English Language. How, and when, you say certain things make an impact on how people perceive you. 

Learning how to use phrases correctly can help you make a good impression in a serious situation like a job interview or business email. Happy learning, and keep up the good work!